When you visit McGonigle Dental Associates, our dentists may use digital X-rays to examine your teeth and mouth in greater detail. These X-rays play a key role in routine dental exams, and are highly versatile in assisting us in diagnosing and treating a wide range of other dental issues.
When Are Digital X-Rays Used
Digital X-rays diagnose problems such as:
- Tooth decay, including decay between the teeth
- Developmental abnormalities
- Improper tooth root positioning
- Cysts, abscesses and tumors
- Fractures in teeth or in existing dental restorations
- Infection in the tooth nerves
- Bone loss
The captured images can then be used to plan treatments to resolve these issues and restore your oral health. Digital X-rays are also used in planning oral surgery procedures, root canal therapy, dental implants and orthodontic treatments.
Benefits of Digital X-Rays
In the past, dental X-rays required film X-rays which needed to be developed, taking more time and requiring the use of toxic chemicals. Digital X-rays, by contrast, use small digital sensors to capture images which are transmitted immediately to a nearby monitor, saving you time and offering a more eco-friendly option for dental imaging. These images are higher quality, making diagnosis and treatment planning easier as well as allowing you to see what our dentists and team see and better understand your oral health and treatment recommendations.
Additionally, digital X-rays product up to 90% less radiation than film X-rays. In fact, they produce less radiation than what you are exposed to by the sun in your day-to-day life, making them extremely safe for use.
Schedule Your Appointment
We invite you to reach out to our dental office today at 708-429-2111 to find out more about digital X-rays in Tinley Park, Illinois, and schedule an appointment at McGonigle Dental Associates. We are committed to helping you achieve and maintain a healthy mouth and smile.